Pookkaalam OTT Release Details: Critically-acclaimed Malayalam film to stream on Disney+ Hotstar on May 19

Malayalam film ‘Pookkaalam’ which impressed the critics and the audience during the theatrical run, is now set for the digital premiere. Presented as an endearing family drama, the story of Pookkaalam resonated well with the viewers. Below are the details about the OTT release:

Pookkaalam: OTT Release Details

Fans can watch Pookkaalam on Disney+ Hotstar on May 19. Sharing the details, the social media channels of the OTT platform mentioned, “#Pookkaalam is streaming on Disney plus Hotstar from May 19.”

പൂക്കാലം വരുന്നു. #Pookkaalam is streaming on Disney plus Hotstar from May 19. #PookkaalamOnDisneyPlusHotstar #DisneyPlusHotstar #DisneyPlusHotstarMalayalam #BasilJoseph #VineethSreenivasan #VijayaRaghavan pic.twitter.com/G9fQvRS6yR

— DisneyPlus Hotstar Malayalam (@DisneyplusHSMal) May 13, 2023

Pookkaalam: Cast and Crew

Ganesh Raj has taken the directorial helm and has also penned the screenplay for the film, which is produced by Thomas Thiruvalla and Vinod Shornur. The cast includes Vijayaraghavan, K. P. A. C. Leela, Basil Joseph, Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Suhasini Maniratnam. Anend C Chandran serves as the cinematographer, while Midhun Murali worked as the editor. The music for the film has been composed by Sachin Warrier. Pookkaalam is a joint production between CNC Cinemas and Thomas Thiruvalla Films.

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Pookkaalam: Trailer and Premise

Presented as a comedy-drama, the premise of Pookkaalam, as shared by the makers, reads, “A couple in their late 90s, lead a happy life with a large family of four generations. On the day of their granddaughter’s engagement, an unexpected event sends them on a magical journey that will test their familial bonds.”

Pookkaalam: Pre-release Buzz

Director Ganesh Raj took four years to complete the script for his second film and described it to be season of growth, change, and love. He also penned a note accompanying the first-look poster of Pookkaalam. The film was released in theatres on April 8, 2023, and received praise for several aspects.

Talking about the inspiration for this narrative, the director in a media interview mentioned was derived from an article discovered in a newspaper a few years back. Drawing from a true incident that unfolded in Italy, the team understood that the story resonated with a sense of novelty and was a potential fit within Kerala’s socio-political landscape. Moreover, it also presented an opportunity to delve into unexplored themes that would otherwise remain untouched.

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Pookkaalam: Reviews and IMDb Rating

Overall, Pookkaalam is a well-made and heartwarming film that is sure to please audiences of all ages. The film received positive reviews from critics and audiences and has been praised for its heartwarming story, strong performances, and beautiful visuals. Reviewers called the film a must-watch for all fans of Malayalam cinema and mentioned that the story was heartwarming and moving which would stay with the audience long after the film has been watched. Users on IMDb have given the film, a rating of 9/10.

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